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DignityUSA works for respect and justice for people of all sexual orientations, genders, and gender identities—especially gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, asexual and intersex persons—in the Catholic Church and the world through education, advocacy, and support.

Dignity USA Latest News

March 20, 2024 | by Richard Young | It is easy to get lost in the details (and the length) of the Passion stories! Our minds can wander as we wonder what really happened. Today’s reflection reminds us to focus on the meaning of the Passion stories – not only as what Jesus did for us, but as what Love asks us to do for one another.
March 13, 2024 | by Sam Barnes | In today’s fast-paced world, we may find ourselves delaying check-ins for noncrucial issues. This week’s readings invite us to revisit the parts of us that we can let go of during the Lent if we seek to move toward our more authentic selves.
March 6, 2024 | by Catherine Buck | If one is not careful, they can read Jesus’ words to Nicodemus as if light and darkness were enemies. Today’s reflection reminds us, however, that those two realities are interdependent. We cannot fully experience one without the other. And Love is with us us—no matter light or shadows that mark our view.
March 1, 2024 | by David Friscic | Father Jan Haen has come full circle. After two previous rewarding and interesting books Heavenly Homos, Etc. and Heavenly LGBTQ+ on LQBTQIA themes, Father Haen has now written a visual autobiography that truly portrays him as a “Man for all Seasons”.
February 28, 2024 | by Ann Marie Szpakowska | Jesus offers the “woman at the well” living water but note that Jesus’ offer wells up from within her. Jesus opens us to receive what we already have! Is there a better model for how we, as disciples, are to live in the world? Through our interactions, we hope others experience just a bit more powerfully the Spirit of Love that is already at the very center of who they are.

Upcoming Events

  • Screening and Chat with Sr. Jeannine Gramick: Dignity Philadelphia 50th Anniversary Recording

    Please join us on Sunday, April 28, 2pm ET/11am PT for the screening premiere of a Q&A with Sr. Jeannine Gramick recorded in May 2023 as part of Dignity Philadelphia’s 50th Anniversary celebration. In the video, Sr. Jeannine talks about her role in the founding of Dignity Philadelphia, including her friendship with Dominic Bash, and being set on the path of advocating for LGBTQIA+ people in the Catholic Church. Sr. Jeannine also recounts her run-in with Cardinal Ratzinger and discusses her hopes for LGBTQIA+ people and the Catholic Church.

    We will also be joined by Sr. Jeannine herself, who will share a few words about all that has taken place since the recording in May 2023, including her meeting with Pope Francis and the Vatican’s announcement in late 2023 about blessing same-sex unions. Registration is required.


    April 28, 2024
    2:00pm

  • Preregistration for DignityUSA's 2025 Conference

    Preregistration for Conference 2025 is now open! With a deposit of $100.00, you can secure your spot AND get a discount off the registration cost. The conference will be held July 4-6, 2025 at Embassy Suites in Dublin, Ohio.


    July 4, 2025 to July 6, 2025
    8:00am